This
automotive maintenance tutorial was specifically written to assist
owners of the second generation (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
and 2014) Smart Fortwo compact city car in checking or changing a
blown electrical fuse or a faulty relay.

Owners of any Smart Fortwo models or
trim levels such as the coupe hatchback, cabriolet or "cabrio",
electric, pure, passion, forfour, prime and proxy may also find
these DIY instructions to be helpful.

Gently grip the old
fuse that you would like to check or change with the needle nose pliers and
pull it straight out of the socket.

Hold the old fuse up to a light bulb to check its condition.

If the thin metal bar or "band" in the
translucent plastic center of the old fuse appears to be burnt or broken,
the old fuse is most likely "blown" and should be replaced with a new fuse
of the same amperage rating (e.g. 5A, 10A, 15A, 20A).

If the metal strip in the middle of the old
fuse appears to be intact, the old fuse is most likely still good. Since new
fuses are so inexpensive, I recommend changing it as part of your electrical
issue troubleshooting process.

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